Cocktail Ring: Do you dare?
Nothing is more personal than jewelry. I like to keep things simple and understated. So it's weird that I keep gravitating to the cocktail ring trend.
When I see a Diva rocking out a ginormous ring, I want in. Nothing says hip like the modern take on Aunt Mable's jaw-dropper.
BUT... I can't do it. I try on a cocktail ring and scream in fear. My finger looks like a dressed up sausage!! What looks fab from a distance is frightening up close. I have fat fingers. I'm a wimp about statement jewelry. Or, maybe, I just need to keep trying until I find a perfect fit.
For those who are ready to take the plunge, here are some affordable options to try out.
(1) Rose quartz ring, $39.99, Target.
(2) Fossil crystal ball ring, available in gold and pewter, $36.99. Dillard's.
(3) Kendra Scott faceted Pyrite ring, $68, Nordstrom.
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A disciple of the little black dress classics school, Letitia Stein stretches her budget by looking for styles with staying power. She lives for 80 percent off shoes at DSW, floral sundresses and bohemian chic tops. She confesses to being a bit of a snob when it comes to handbags and jewelry. She can be reached at (813) 226-3400 or 
Love Cocktail Rings. The key is to wear them on the index finger and without any other ring. Looks a lot more stylish and like you're not trying to make it look "real."
Posted by: Deal Diva Nicole | November 10, 2008 at 02:10 PM
I had a cocktail ring several years back that I loved, loved, loved. And then I remember one day looking at it and suddenly hating its gaudiness.
And now...I'm totally loving them again. Funny how the fashion world turns.
Posted by: Deal Diva Colleen | November 10, 2008 at 01:45 PM
Yes it was definitely awesome. A little bit out of my price range for gifts, but it's a lot of fun to look at! This weekend there is a huge crafts fair hosted by the Junior League of Clearwater at Coachman Park. Ive heard that its spectacular!
Posted by: Starfish | November 10, 2008 at 01:37 PM
I'm with you. I like in theory, but those fist-sized stones just look weird on me. A coworker was just telling me about the gift market this weekend, a Junior League thing I think. It sounded like something to not miss next year.
Posted by: Letitia | November 10, 2008 at 11:37 AM
You know, I was just at the giant gift market thing at the fairgrounds with my mom on Saturday and I was trying those on and laughing about how huge and gaudy they looked. I could never pull one off thats for sure.
Posted by: Starfish | November 10, 2008 at 09:06 AM